In this video, we dive into the intricacies of managing diabetes as well as weight loss. We emphasize the importance of measuring insulin levels alongside blood sugar levels during lab tests and discuss how high insulin levels can prevent fat burning and increase inflammation.
We then explore how Metformin, a common medication for diabetics, works by reducing glucose production in the liver and improving insulin sensitivity, rather than increasing insulin production. We also discuss potential long-term side effects of Metformin, including lactic acidosis and vitamin B12 deficiency.
The video underscores the importance of lifestyle adaptations, such as reducing sweets, quitting smoking, and regular exercise, to help manage diabetes. We explain how the body craves energy and sensations and how healthy habits can retrain these cravings. Finally, we introduce intermittent fasting combined with proper nutrition as an effective way to combat insulin resistance.
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Resources:
1. **Understanding Insulin and Diabetes:**
– American Diabetes Association. (2023). *Insulin and Diabetes*. Retrieved from [https://www.diabetes.org/insulin-and-diabetes](https://www.diabetes.org/insulin-and-diabetes)
– Mayo Clinic. (2023). *Diabetes: Managing Insulin Levels*. Retrieved from [https://www.mayoclinic.org/diabetes/managing-insulin](https://www.mayoclinic.org/diabetes/managing-insulin)
2. **Insulin Resistance and Hyperinsulinemia:**
– National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. (2023). *Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes*. Retrieved from [https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/diabetes/overview/what-is-diabetes/prediabetes-insulin-resistance](https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/diabetes/overview/what-is-diabetes/prediabetes-insulin-resistance)
– Cleveland Clinic. (2023). *Hyperinsulinemia: Too Much Insulin in Blood*. Retrieved from [https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17777-hyperinsulinemia](https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/17777-hyperinsulinemia)
3. **Fasting Insulin Levels:**
– Healthline. (2023). *What Are Normal Insulin Levels?*. Retrieved from [https://www.healthline.com/health/normal-insulin-level](https://www.healthline.com/health/normal-insulin-level)
– National Center for Biotechnology Information. (2023). *Fasting Insulin Levels and Implications*. Retrieved from [https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4358293/](https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4358293/)
4. **Metformin and Diabetes Management:**
– American Diabetes Association. (2023). *Metformin (Glucophage) for Type 2 Diabetes*. Retrieved from [https://www.diabetes.org/metformin-glucophage](https://www.diabetes.org/metformin-glucophage)
– National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. (2023). *Metformin: What You Need to Know*. Retrieved from [https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/diabetes/overview/managing-diabetes/metformin](https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/diabetes/overview/managing-diabetes/metformin)
5. **Metformin Side Effects:**
– Mayo Clinic. (2023). *Metformin (Oral Route) Side Effects*. Retrieved from [https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/metformin-oral-route/side-effects/drg-20067074](https://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/metformin-oral-route/side-effects/drg-20067074)
– Drugs.com. (2023). *Metformin Side Effects*. Retrieved from [https://www.drugs.com/sfx/metformin-side-effects.html](https://www.drugs.com/sfx/metformin-side-effects.html)
6. **Body Adaptation and Cravings:**
– Harvard Health Publishing. (2023). *How the Body Responds to Cravings and Addictions*. Retrieved from [https://www.health.harvard.edu/how-the-body-responds-to-cravings](https://www.health.harvard.edu/how-the-body-responds-to-cravings)
– Verywell Mind. (2023). *Understanding How Your Body and Mind Crave Sugars*. Retrieved from [https://www.verywellmind.com/understanding-sugar-cravings](https://www.verywellmind.com/understanding-sugar-cravings)
7. **Intermittent Fasting and Insulin Resistance:**
– Johns Hopkins Medicine. (2023). *The Science of Intermittent Fasting*. Retrieved from [https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/the-science-of-intermittent-fasting](https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/the-science-of-intermittent-fasting)
– National Institute on Aging. (2023). *Intermittent Fasting: What the Science Says*. Retrieved from [https://www.nia.nih.gov/news/intermittent-fasting](https://www.nia.nih.gov/news/intermittent-fasting)
These citations should provide comprehensive information for your report, including details about Metformin and its side effects.